Marzanna's Day 2022
Marzanna's Day: A Slavic Pagan Rite of Spring
Welcome to our Ostara page! Here we will have all the need-to-know information for our event.
Date: Saturday March 26th 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Rhoneymeade Arboretum and Sculpture Garden
177 Rimmey Rd Centre Hall PA
Program Notes:
5:00 to 6:00 - Gathering and craft time! We'll be making paper dolls and other fun things for your idle hands. Gathering and hangout time with appetizers and beverages available.
6:00 to 7:00 - Join Happy Valley Golden Wheel for a our celebration of spring! We will be honoring the ancient Slavic rite of Marzanna's Day with a modern interpretation of the story of Jarilo and Marzanna, the siblings of winter and spring. We will be doing magical crafts, a ritual play, and honoring the passing of winter into to spring! Join us for eggs, laughs, and good cheer!
7:00 - 9:00 - Fire, Feasting and Fun! We'll have some goulash and bread on hand to fill you up. Please let us know if you can bring a prepackaged store-bought potluck item to the feast - we are looking for side dishes, salads, appetizers and desserts.
Please note: If you have any symptoms of illness please do not attend. If you are unvaccinated, you are welcome to come but we do ask that you wear a mask indoors.
There will be alcohol present for those of age. BYOB is fine. We expect all attendees to monitor their intake and make responsible decisions.
Rides can be arranged. Please indicate on the RSVP if you are looking for a ride and where you want to be picked up.
Service animals only, please.
If you have mobility issues please let us know on the RSVP and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
If weather proves too inclement we will take our celebreation indoors.
Please RSVP via email at happyvalleygoldenwheel@gmail.com by March 19th . Provide the following information with your RSVP: Names of those who will attend and what if anything you are bringing for the meal. Also indicate if you are looking for a ride and where you need to be picked up and dropped off.